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Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Lockdown Lifted At Bergen County Schools After Report Of Gunman
A report of a gunman in one Bergen County town forced a lockdown of three schools, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
'Never Forget': Deer Park Man Creates 9/11 Light Display For 25th Anniversary
James Hentschel, known for elaborate displays at his Namleps Lane home, updated last year's tribute to mark 25 years since the attacks.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Entries Needed For 36th Annual Bel Air Christmas Parade
Applications are being accepted now for the 36th annual Bel Air Christmas Parade, which is scheduled for Dec. 6.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|
Pop Band Train To Play Postgame Show At Cal Football Game
The band will play after Cal takes on Wagner at California Memorial Stadium later this month, university officials said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
LHS Senior Earns Perfect Score On ACT
The LHS senior is involved in National Honor Society, Science Honor Society, robotics and varsity tennis.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
DuPage Hopeful Nabbed For DUI In 2024, Didn't Know Where He Was: Police
The candidate's district includes Hinsdale, Darien, Burr Ridge and Willowbrook, among other towns.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Shelton Board Of Aldermen To Consider Purchases, Payments During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Shelton Board of Aldermen is scheduled to meet on Sept. 10, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
$250M Transformation Of 76-Year-Old Veterans Memorial Stadium Begins
Construction is underway on a massive new athletic complex replacing one of Long Beach's best-known sporting landmarks.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
South Bound Brook Dad, Husband Suffers Severe Brain Injury After High-Speed Chase
A GoFundMe and meal gift cards are helping a South Bound Brook family manage bills and daily needs during recovery.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Daffodil Project Marks 25 Years Of Hope After 9/11
What began with a gift of 1 million bulbs after the attacks has grown into the city’s largest annual volunteer effort.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Beloved North Fork Business Owner Reflects On 9/11 Terror: 'We Are Under Attack'
Planes slamming the Twin Towers. Souls jumping from windows. A desperate search for loved ones. 25 years later, a woman's memories haunt.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|
Kendall Sheriff To Auction Off 2-Year-Old Horse
Gambit, a 2-year-old male horse, will be sold to the highest bidder in the upcoming cash-only auction.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
Newark Is Opening 5 Mamdani-Style Grocery Stores For Local Residents
There’s a twist that separates Newark’s efforts from other "community supermarkets," officials say: the city won’t be the one running them.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Digital Archive Preserves Generations Of Mexican American History
Historic photos and oral histories document generations of Santa Monica's Mexican American community.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
Skokie Police Outline Flock Camera Use, Limits At Village Meeting
Village officials said a public portal is being developed to show aggregated camera data without case details.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Record Crowd Watches Fire, Messi's Inter Miami Battle To Draw At Soldier Field
More than 63,000 fans packed Soldier Field as Chicago extended its MLS unbeaten streak to seven matches.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|
Brooklyn Public Library Unveils New Teen Center: See Photos
The new center is part of the second phase of a major renovation at the Central Library location.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Artists Capture Beauty Of Harford Co. During 12th Annual Plein Air Festival
More than 100 artists from across the U.S. are in Harford Co. for the 12th annual Harford Plein Air Festival. Watch them paint, buy artwork.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
New Healthy Dining Destination Debuting In Pittsburgh Area
A new restaurant specializing in healthy dining options will hold a grand opening event. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Historic Property That Houses The Round Hill Store Sold In Greenwich
The property contains what is believed to be Connecticut's oldest continuously operating retail business.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Jamaica, NY|
Dunkin' And Baskin-Robbins In Jamaica Reopens After Renovation
The store at 179-15 Hillside Ave., now features Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins’ next-generation store design.
David Luces, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
'Breathtaking': A Seabird's Return To SF Creates A Natural Spectacle
"If you know, you know. If you don't, this is your sign to find out," park officials said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Western Springs Main Breaks Surge Lately
Extreme temperatures and system age can contribute to the problem, the village said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Speeding Concerns, Blind Driveways Put Via Del Monte Back Under Scrutiny
Residents say speeding and poor visibility are making a stretch of Via Del Monte dangerous for drivers and pedestrians.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Gowanus-Red Hook, NY|
President Street Block Party Returns To Gowanus After More Than 20 Years
The free event will be held on Saturday, September 12.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|
3 Hospitalized After MBTA Bus Crashes Onto Lawn In Medford
The bus was fortunately not loaded with passengers during this dangerous incident on the Fellsway.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
25 Years After 9/11, The Effort To Honor An Oceanside Hero Reaches Its ‘Final Push'
In Oceanside, an effort to rename the post office after NYPD detective and 9/11 victims' advocate Luis Alvarez nears the finish line.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Driver Crashes Into Parked Car, Stone Wall On North State Street In Concord: Video
A driver sustained an injury to their wrist after a crash on North State Street on Thursday morning.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Hackettstown, NJ|
Warren County Man Snuck Into Kid's Window To Abduct, Assault Her: Affidavit
Ring camera footage captured the man carrying and dragging the girl, 6, through the neighborhood in the middle of the night, records say.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington OKs New Contract With Police Dispatchers
The town council approved a four-year police dispatcher contract with 2.5% annual raises after the first year and a new health plan.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Cop-Biting Suspect Says Partner 'Hit Me, Obviously': Police
Officers responded to a man pushing a woman out of a car, authorities said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield Rejects Zoning Change Tied To 250-Unit Proposal
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously rejected the proposed increase in residential density.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Mom’s Push For ‘Lexi’s Law’ Leads To Community Day
The event grew out of one family’s struggle to navigate Connecticut’s disability and mental health service systems.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|
Clinton Voters To Decide $3.32 Million For Library, Roads And Town Equipment
Clinton voters will decide Nov. 3 on $3.32 million for library work, roads, sidewalks and town equipment.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Suspect Cites 'Foolish Mistakes' After Stealing From Employer: Police
She gave her employer $3,000 afterward, but later demanded $15,000 in unpaid wages, according to a police report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
NYC Couple Could Make History In ‘America’s Favorite Couple’ Contest
The engaged restaurant workers hope to become the first LGBTQ winners of “America’s Favorite Couple.”
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Concord Police Investigating Death Of A Woman At Royal Gardens Apartment Complex: Updated
Despite efforts by EMTs to revive her, a woman died on Wednesday afternoon. Concord police have been at the scene for the past 21 hours.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Council Approves $725K University Drive Bike Lane Improvements
Fairfax City approved a $725K project adding bike lanes and pedestrian improvements along University Drive.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Flushing-Murray Hill, NY|
A Night At The Unisphere: Free Overnight Camping Events Comes To Queens
200 New Yorkers will get the chance to camp beneath the iconic Queens landmark.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Voters To Decide $12.7 Million Capital Plan, Up To $10 Million In Borrowing
Essex voters will decide Sept. 29 on $12.7 million in capital projects and authorization to borrow up to $10 million.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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